2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 856 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Q7 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
